For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,017 students in 19973, DE.
The top-ranked public high school in 19973, DE is Seaford Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 19973 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Delaware public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 19973, DE have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Delaware public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19973 have a Graduation Rate of 74%, which is less than the Delaware average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Seaford Senior High School, with 74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Delaware or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Delaware public high school average of 62% (majority Black).
Best 19973, DE Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Seaford Senior High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
399 North Market Street Ext
Seaford, DE 19973
(302) 629-4587
Seaford, DE 19973
(302) 629-4587
Gr: 9-12 | 960 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
19973, Delaware Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Sussex Orthopedic Program (Closed 2025)
Special Education School
One Delaware Place
Seaford, DE 19973
(302) 629-4587
Seaford, DE 19973
(302) 629-4587
Gr: PK-12 | 57 students Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 19973, DE?
The top-ranked public high schools in 19973, DE include Seaford Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 19973?
2 public high schools are located in 19973.
What is the racial composition of students in 19973?
19973 public high schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Delaware public high schools average of 62% (majority Black).
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